Eastern Washington University | Admissions Guide 2022-23

EXPLORE INCREDIBLE PROGRAMS

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| PROGRAMS

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| FAST FACTS

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| ACADEMICS

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| STUDY ABROAD

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| HOUSING

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| COMMUNITY

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| ATHLETICS

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| LOCATION

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| COST

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| APPLY

D I S C OV E R YO U R M A J O R Filter your options based on your strengths, degree type or location by visiting ewu.edu/explore 100+ Majors | 150+ Areas of Study | 39 Master’s Degrees | 20 Graduate Certificates 60 Graduate Programs | 1 Educational Specialist Degree | 2 Applied Doctorates A

Addiction Studies Africana Studies American Indian Studies Anthropology Applied Developmental Psychology Applied Technology Applied Technology Education Art: Art History, Studio Art Athletic Training

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Behavioral Health Bilingual Education Biochemistry Biology Biology Education Biotechnology Business and Marketing Education Business Systems and Analytics

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Chemistry Chemistry Education Chicana/o/x Studies Children’s Studies Coaching Communication Studies Communications Sciences and Disorders Computer Engineering Computer Science Construction Management Creative Writing Criminal Justice Cyber Security

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Data Analytics Data Science Dental Hygiene Design

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Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Education and Special Education Early Childhood Special Education Earth and Space Science Education Economics Education Educational Studies Electrical Engineering Elementary Education Elementary Mathematics Education Engineering English English as a Second Language English Education English Studies Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurial Analytics Environmental Education Environmental Policy and Planning Environmental Science Environmental Science: Biology Environmental Science: Chemistry Environmental Science: Geology Exercise Science Exercise Science Education

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Film and Digital Media Finance Forensic Science French French Education

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Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies General Business Management German German Education Gerokinesiology Geosciences Global Security Processes Global Socio-economic

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Health and Fitness Education Health Informatics Technology and Management Health Psychology Health Science Health Services Administration Health Services Administration with Long Term Care History History Education Honors Human Resource Management Humanities

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Information Security Management Instrumental Performance Interdisciplinary Studies Interdisciplinary Studies: Liberal Arts Interdisciplinary Studies Prior Learning International Affairs Global Public Policy International Business

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Occupational Therapy Outdoor Recreation Leadership

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Philosophy Physical Therapy Physics Physics Education Piano Performance Political Science Pre-Law Pre-Medicine Pre-Dentistry Pre-Veterinary Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Physical Therapy Professional Accounting Psychology Public Administration Public Health Public Relations

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Reading and Writing Education Recreation and Tourism Management Religious Studies

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Secondary Education Secondary Mathematics Education Social Studies Education Social Work Sociology Spanish Spanish Education Special Education Special Education and Elementary Education

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Linguistics Literacy Education

Technical Communication Theatre Theatre Education Therapeutic Recreation Transition to Teaching (Alternative Route Program)

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Japanese

Management Manufacturing Technology (DFM and Process Option) Marketing Mathematics Mathematics Education Mechanical Engineering (Technology Option) Middle Level Mathematics Education Military Science Multidisciplinary Studies Music Music Composition Music Education Music Technology

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Natural Sciences Education Nursing

Undecided Urban and Regional Planning

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Visual Arts Education Vocal Performance

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Wellness and Movement Sciences *Programs are subject to change.

Visit ewu.edu/explore for more information.

EWU Admissions 509.359.2397 admissions@ewu.edu 304 Sutton Hall, Cheney, WA 99004

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FA S T FAC T S

300

ACRES OF CAMPUS

150+

AREAS OF STUDY

140

YEARS OF TRADITION

#1

MASCOT — SWOOP

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AVERAGE CLASS SIZE

112,000+ EAGLE ALUMNI

20

GREEK LIFE ORGANIZATIONS

22:1

STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO

10,892 STUDENTS

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EASTERN EAGS NEXT IS HERE EWU is evolving to help you get ahead. Choose from programs that lead to long-lasting careers and high-paying salaries. Restore habitats right on campus, solve problems affecting cities and people, and use your experiences to help you thrive.

No wonder The New York Times ranked EWU as a top college for social mobility.

STUDENT PROFILE

VERNICE KEYES

Lynnwood, WA | Computer Science What really brought me to Eastern was the athletics program, and from there I found my love for computer science. The computer science program has really helped me grow and given me a lot of opportunities.

The computer science program is so friendly, and it’s easy to rely on your classmates to help with the course work and become friends outside the classroom.

Watch the full interview with Vernice Keyes and other current students in the EWU lookbook.

I’ve been able to build up my resume, be a tutor and learn how to teach others. My internship and the things I’ve learned in the classroom have taught me how to approach real-life problems.”

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AC A D E M I C S

P URSUE R E A L-WO R L D E X P E R I E N C E

Employers, graduate schools and community leaders all say the same thing: EWU students have hands-on experience that makes them well prepared to tackle the demands of the workplace.

That’s why companies come to campus to recruit you. With the state’s second-largest city just minutes from campus, most EWU students have internships or part-time jobs that help them get a head start on their career.

A LU M N I I N AC T I O N Many EWU graduates are succeeding in careers with wellknown companies, working in critical positions both locally and across the world.

52%

STUDENTS WHO GRADUATED DEBT FREE

71%

ALUMNI WHO HAVE JOBS RELATED TO THEIR MAJOR

73%

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ALUMNI PROFILE

DA N I E L G A R C I A

Quincy, WA | Finance and Economics I wanted to follow in my brother’s footseps — the first in our family to go to college ­— and come to Eastern.

My first year, I was a part of the CAMP program. Their mandatory study sessions really helped me stay focused and pass courses to move forward.

After that, I got super involved on campus. I worked in both the Rec Center and Eagle Store. Being involved, I was able to make so many friends and, with those friends, come different experiences.

Watch the full interview with Daniel Garcia and other current students in the EWU lookbook.

Eastern’s Career Center provided the opportunity to find the position that I currently hold at Washington Trust Bank. I worked with them to find career paths and opportunities that I was actually interested in. I now hope to share my education and teach financial literacy to underserved communities.”

UNIQUE TO EWU The state’s newest science building has high-tech labs and the only undergraduate cadaver lab. Step inside to gain research skills and the experience you’ll need in the job market. ewu.edu/isc

EWU’s Prairie Restoration project is restoring 100+ acres of campus farmland to its original prairie condition, creating a “living laboratory” where you can research, trail run, and improve the environment. ewu.edu/prairie

The Catalyst, EWU’s center in Spokane, is the region’s first zero-energy building, a facility where you can work directly with local business and industry experts. ewu.edu/catalyst

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AC A D E M I C S

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South Africa

TOP 5 MAJORS

HANDS-ON RESEARCH

BIOLOGY BUSINESS PSYCHOLOGY DENTAL HYGIENE ENGINEERING

What’s it like to study at EWU? You’ll have hands-on experiences in the field.

Whether you’re in biology, education or psychology, you’ll take classroom knowledge and apply it to real-world settings.

You’ll study in the state’s newest science buildings, one-of-a-kind field labs and research facilities, and classrooms built for your success.

These opportunities will set you apart from students at other colleges.

You’ll work with talented faculty who encourage you to ask tough questions, perform crucial research, solve problems and improve life for people around the world.

EWU is one of only three universities in the country with a classroom in a national wildlife refuge.

S T U DY A B R OA D WITH EWU Design your education to fit your journey. EWU’s study abroad team helps ensure you can apply financial aid to your study abroad experiences and transfer your credits when you come back to campus.

Norway

Chile

Choose an international experience, or choose to stay a little closer to home and study away in the United States.

Explore all of the programs we offer and check out our student stories online at ewu.edu/educationabroad.

England

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HOUSING

HOUSING CAMPUS LIFE

Want the full collegiate experience? Living on campus makes it happen. Students in residence halls also report higher student success and happiness, which is a key benefit of EWU’s live-on requirement.

Your residence hall gives you immediate access to hundreds of new friends, a caring support network, neighbors from different cultures and the chance to create memories to last a lifetime. Joining clubs, studying for big tests and getting a late-night snack has never been easier.

When you live on campus, you’re more likely to have higher grades and graduate on time. That means you’ll have more time to explore your future.

SIX REASONS YO U ’ L L LOV E CAMPUS HOUSING 01

SAFETY FIRST EWU is ranked as one of the safest colleges in Washington. ewu.edu/clery

02 LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION Sleep an extra 25 minutes and still make it to class on time.

03 ONE SIMPLE, EASY BILL Just one bill for the whole quarter.

04 FUN EWU’s facilities — the ice rink, climbing wall, courts and gyms — are nationally ranked in the top 50 by students.

05 RESOURCES You’ll get career advisors, health and fitness specialists, counselors, tutors and more.

06 FOOD Multiple dining locations with diverse menus.

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CO M M U N I T Y

F I N D YO U R COMMUNITY You’re not joining a college. You’re joining a family. Your new home gives you new friendships and the chance to build Eagle4Life connections.

You’ll have mentoring opportunities galore: peer tutors, residence hall mentors, faculty advisors, career counselors, honors programming, the Eagle Career Network and more.

DIVERSITY + INCLUSION EWU has six cultural centers. Students attend from 49 states and 50 countries.

More than 1 in 3 students come from diverse backgrounds. Nearly 50 percent are the first in their families to attend college. EWU thrives on all kinds of diversity, and so will you.

1,000+ STUDENT JOBS ON CAMPUS

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STUDENT CLUBS AND GROUPS

STUDENT PROFILE

KRISTY SNYDER

Huntington Beach, CA | Biology

I was really interested in restoration and conservation and wanted to stay on the West Coast. The work and research Eastern is doing is really what brought me here. There’s a community all going through the same thing and collaborating with each other.

The biggest activity I’ve been involved with is Eastern’s Prairie Restoration Project. It includes my own research, but also with helping students with their independent research and creating a foundation for my career.”

Watch the full interview with Kristy Snyder and other current students in the EWU lookbook.

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AT H L E T I C S

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PERFECT FOR R I S I N G AT H L E T E S A N D P A S S I O N AT E FA N S Award-winning recreation center Award-winning intramural sports Championship club teams Conference champions in the NCAA Check them all off the list. EWU supports your fitness and your fandom.

Lose your voice cheering for 12 Division 1 teams, and celebrate with Eagles across the country after every victory. And don’t forget to snap a selfie on the iconic red turf before you graduate!

AC T I V E E AG L E S Club sports travel and compete against other colleges. You and your fellow Eagles determine EWU’s club sports.

Hockey, rodeo, lacrosse: you get to choose.

EWU has the first competitive, collegiate adaptive sports program in Washington.

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INTRAMURAL AND CLUB SPORTS

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LO C AT I O N

A DV E N T UR E

T I M E

20 MIN. DRIVE Spokane is the second-largest city in Washington. It has everything students love: nightlife, shopping, Apple and Nike stores, an international airport, movie theaters, museums, cafes, restaurants, parks, art galleries, sports teams, concerts, light shows and farmers markets in the heart of downtown.

BONUS: your student ID acts as a free bus pass direct from campus to downtown and back, and all around Spokane, too!

20-40 MIN. DRIVE Mountains, lakes, rivers, forests, hiking and biking trails, wildlife, waterfalls: the region is gorgeous, and our four seasons guarantee amazing outdoor experiences year round.

Eastern’s EPIC Adventures is one of the most popular and wellrun outdoor adventure programs in the country.

Every weekend, students rock/ice climb, kayak, paddle board, raft, bike, hike, backpack, camp, swim, ski and more. If it’s adventure and it’s outdoors, you can do it near EWU.

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LOV E T H E INLAND NORTHWEST

SEATTLE

Our area combines small-town charm with big-city life, floatable rivers and award-winning urban parks, Instagrammable nature spots and downtown markets.

COEUR D’ALENE

CHENEY

YAKIMA TRI-CITIES

A SEASON FOR E V E R YO N E Yep, it snows here, but not too much. Spring turns into summer with hot days and cool nights. Fall days stay sunny and vibrant colors show off our beautiful campus.

SPOKANE

PORTLAND

Really, it’s one of the most picturesque places in the country. No wonder Spokane’s consistently named one of the top places to live by livability.com.

1,000+

GRAY SQUIRRELS OR SCIURUS CAROLINENSIS IF YOU’RE INTO BIOLOGY @SQUIRRELSOFEWU

NEARBY 20 MIN 50 MIN 2 HRS 3 HRS 4 HRS 5 HRS

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CO S T

BEST VA L U E $8,139

EWU has the lowest in-state tuition of any public university in Washington.

An affordable and amazing academic experience is our commitment to you.

$2,606

Average savings every year at EWU

$10,424

Average four-year savings

$10,745††††

Average tuition and fees at other public universities in Washington

EWU STUDENTS RECEIVE:

44%

52% 2020 EWU average

Total in-state tuition and fees at EWU

$116.5 million

2020 national average*

More than half of all EWU students graduate without student loans.

in financial aid including

$8.5 million in scholarships

COST OF ATTENDANCE PER SCHOOL YEAR† Washington Resident

WUE or Non-resident Discount†††

Non-Resident

Tuition

$7,104

Fees

$1,035

$1,035

$1,035

Books/Supplies

$800

$800

$800

Housing and Meals††

$13,739

$13,739

$13,739

Personal Expenses/Transportation

$3,735

$3,735

$3,735

Loan Fees

$132

$132

$132

Total Cost of Attendance

$26,545

$30,151

$44,905

(as low as) $10,710

$25,464

COST PER QUARTER EXAMPLE FOR WASHINGTON RESIDENTS One of Three Quarters Tuition

$2,368

Fees

$345

Books/Supplies

$266

Housing & Meals††

$4,580

Personal Expenses/Transportation

$1,245

Loan Fees

$44

Total Cost Per Quarter

$8,848

This is an estimate of what it may cost a Washington resident to attend EWU for one quarter.

Your official bill from EWU usually includes just two costs: • Tuition and fees • Housing and meals (if you live on campus) You’ll pay for books, supplies, transportation and personal expenses, too, but EWU will not bill you for them.

*Numbers are from The Project on Student Debt. †Costs are estimates for 2022-2023. ††Double occupancy room and upgrade meal plan. †††Non-resident discounts or WUE reduces costs for out-of-state students who meet academic criteria. To see if you qualify visit ewu.edu/wue. ††††Cost of attendance estimates published online as of June 2022 by all four-year public universities in Washington.

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SCHOLARSHIPS Important Dates:

You have two possible ways to earn an EWU scholarship:

Scholarship Application Available

1) Apply for admission (at least 48 hours) before the priority deadline of Feb. 1.

Nov. 1

Best Time to Submit Admission Application

2) Complete the annual scholarship application after you apply for admission.

Jan. 15

Scholarship Application Deadline

Who should complete the scholarship application?

You should! If you meet the minimum GPA requirement (usually 2.80) and have submitted an admission application to EWU, you may be considered for an award.

Feb. 1

Review Begins

Late Feb.

Notifications Sent to Recipients

Late April

Use the freshman scholarship calculator to see what you might automatically receive. ewu.edu/scholarshipcalculator

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FINANCIAL AID Apply early! Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to apply for financial aid. Undocumented Washington residents can complete the Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA).

Important Dates: FAFSA or WASFA Application Available

Oct. 1

FAFSA or WASFA Priority Application Deadline Feb. 1

Your Student Aid Report is available for viewing approximately three days after you complete and submit your application.

75%

Steps to aid at EWU:

studentaid.gov use EWU’s school code: 003775

OF APPLICANTS RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID

readysetgrad.wa.gov/wasfa Use the net price calculator to estimate your eligibility. ewu.edu/calculator

1) Apply for Admission

Feb. 1

2) Apply for Scholarships

Feb. 1

3) Complete FAFSA or WASFA 4) Review and Accept

Feb. 1 Based on your award

ewu.edu/wue

WUE OR NON-RESIDENT SCHOLARSHIPS Save up to $15,000 each year when you meet GPA and residency requirements for a full award.

Apply for admission by Feb. 1 for priority consideration.

Scholarships may not be available after Feb. 1.

To keep college affordable for non-resident students, EWU offers WUE or an alternative non-resident tuition discount based on your academic qualifications. The best part is your award is automatic.

See if you qualify for a full WUE award or other non-resident discount. ewu.edu/scholarshipcalculator

The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) or other nonresident discounts help eligible undergraduate students from these participating western states and territories attend EWU with a lower cost of tuition.

AK

NM

AZ

NV

CA

OR

CNMI

SD

CO

UT

HI

WY

ID

GU

MT

ND

RMI

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CONNECT WITH AN ADMISSIONS ADVISOR Questions? Schedule a one-on-one Zoom video call or an in-person meeting with your admissions advisor. Visit ewu.edu/advisor.

Are you ready to be challenged, to earn your degree and to make lifelong friends in the process?

Apply now! Applications open in August. Priority deadlines for fall applications are Feb. 1. The final deadline to apply is Sept. 10.

APPLY AS A NEW FRESHMAN

ewu.edu/freshman How You’ll Be Admitted:

What To Submit:

If you have a 3.0 cumulative high school GPA or higher, and have completed the CADR courses listed below, you will be admitted to EWU.

A completed EWU application at ewu.edu/apply $60 application fee

If you don’t meet these criteria, you can still be admitted. We’ll review your application and identify strengths that show you’re prepared for college.

Unofficial high school transcript

APPLY AS A TRANSFER STUDENT

ewu.edu/transfer

What To Submit:

How You’ll Be Admitted:

If you have under 40 transferable credits

If you meet freshman admission requirements, have completed the CADR courses listed below and have a cumulative 2.0 GPA in your collegelevel coursework, you will be admitted to EWU.

A completed EWU application at ewu.edu/apply $60 application fee Official college transcripts from all institutions attended Unofficial high school transcript

What To Submit:

How You’ll Be Admitted:

If you have 40 or more transferable credits

$60 application fee

If you have a cumulative 2.5 GPA in your collegelevel transferable coursework, you’ll be admitted.

If your cumulative GPA is between 2.0 and 2.49, you must have taken college-level English and intermediate algebra with a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Official college transcripts from all institutions attended

Direct Transfer Agreements (DTA):

A completed EWU application at ewu.edu/apply

Ready to declare your major?

After you apply at ewu.edu/apply, check to see if your program has special application requirements. Visit ewu.edu/programs to find these programs and their special applications.

COLLEGE ACADEMIC DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS

If you have an accepted DTA degree, you will be automatically admitted to EWU with junior class standing.

TRANSFER CREDITS

English

4 Credits

What Will Transfer:

Algebra I and II, Geometry

3 Credits

• Running Start credits

Social Sciences/Studies

3 Credits

• AP credits

Lab Science

3 Credits

• IB credits

World Language

2 Credits

• Cambridge credits

Senior Math-Based Course

1 Credit

• CLEP credits

Fine Arts

1 Credit

•C ollege/university credits from regionally accredited institutions

Application policies and procedures for the university and individual programs are subject to change. Eastern Washington University does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

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SEE YO U R S E L F AT EWU DAILY CAMPUS TOURS

Discover our traditions, academics and resources on a tour with a student tour guide. In-person tours are 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday–Friday. Weekend Tours take place on select Saturdays at 11 a.m. during the academic school year. Sign up at ewu.edu/visit.

FALL PREVIEW DAY

Find out if EWU is the right fit for you! Take a deep dive into admissions, financial aid and student life. More info at ewu.edu/visit.

ADMITTED STUDENT DAYS, SPRING 2023 Admitted students can connect with current students and faculty and get all their questions answered. Some presentations and tours are available in Spanish.

For up-to-date events, check out our calendar at ewu.edu/visit.

IMPORTANT DUE DATE: FEB. 1, 2023 • Fall admission priority deadline • EWU scholarship deadline • Financial aid priority deadline Why does the “priority deadline” matter?

When you complete your admissions application, FAFSA or WASFA by the priority application deadline, you have financial aid and registration priority over students who apply after the deadline. This is a pretty big deal if you are seeking grants, work study and other forms of financial aid.

Apply early! ewu.edu/apply

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